C2 Ceramide (N-Acetyl-D-sphingosine, Acetyl Ceramide)

RT

341, 53

White Crystalline Solid

A biologically active, cell permeable, but nonphysiologic ceramide analog. It inhibits cell proliferation and induces monocytic differentiation of HL-60 cells and induces apoptosis. It stimulates protein phosphatase 2A and activates MAP Kinase2.

Synonyms:
N-[(1S, 2R, 3E)-2-Hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)-3-heptadecen-1-yl]acetamide; N-Acetyl-D-sphingosine; Acetyl Ceramide; N-Acetylsphingosine

CAS Number:
3102-57-6

Molecular Formula:
C₂₀H₃₉NO₃

Molecular Weight:
341.53

Melting Point:
87-89°C

Solubility:
Chloroform, Dichloromethane

Appearance:
Supplied as a white solid.

Storage and Stability:
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.